Engine swap?

2001 SAAB 9-3
112,000 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • TURBO • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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GAUGEDOG68
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Can the engine from a 2004 Saab 9 - 3 turbo 2.0 ltr 4dr Sedan automatic transmission be used in a 2001 Saab 9=3 2.0 ltr convertible turbo automatic transmission.
Feb 26, 2023 at 5:34 PM
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GAUGEDOG68
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Really need an answer ASSAP, the purchase of a vehicle is on the line tonight. thank you
Feb 26, 2023 at 5:36 PM
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STEVE W.
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No. They used a couple different versions of the 2.0 and the 2001 -2003 high pressure VIN K are interchangeable but the 2004 uses a different control system and some internal parts. The interchange doesn't give a breakdown on the parts but shows the 04 engine doesn't work in either version. Sorry
Feb 26, 2023 at 6:42 PM
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